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Welcome back to Couture & Construction! In today’s episode, host Andrew Denny explores the ins and outs of holiday gifting with Jennifer Geny Slice and Leslie Rolfe Hazen from the Nashville-based Gift House. Gift House specializes in full-service gifting, providing tailored solutions for corporate events, weddings, and special occasions.
Andrew and our guests discuss the importance of meaningful, high-quality gifts, the role of local vendors, and the meticulous process of creating personalized gifts. Jennifer and Leslie offer expert advice on what makes a great gift, essential budgeting tips, and the significance of understanding the recipient's needs.
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Episode Timestamps
00:49 Meet the Guests: Jennifer and Leslie
02:40 Jennifer and Leslie Reminisce About Meaningful Gifts in Their Lives
04:43 Designing the Perfect Gift
05:31 The Inspiration Behind Gift House
07:25 Understanding the Recipient's Perspective
10:55 The Ethos of Gift House
12:40 Client Interaction and Customization
16:57 Holiday Gifting Timelines
18:20 Local Vendor Collaborations
20:15 Avoiding Bad Gift Ideas
21:53 Budgeting for Corporate Gifts
25:32 Year-Round Gifting Opportunities
28:02 Personalizing Gifts for Recipients
29:25 Rapid Fire Questions
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About Couture & Construction: Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces.
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Welcome back to Couture & Construction! In today’s episode, host Andrew Denny explores the importance of collaboration in the luxury design space with the team at SAV Digital Environments, a leader in home technology and smart solutions for luxury residences.
Andrew and our guests discuss how vendors from different trades can collaborate to elevate the client experience in high-end residential projects. The guests share their insights on overcoming challenges, fostering relationships, and evolving expectations in the industry, particularly with the influence of younger, tech-savvy builders.
This episode highlights the benefits of teamwork and shared knowledge in delivering cohesive and innovative design solutions.
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Episode Timestamps
00:22 Meet the SAV Team
00:53 Exploring the Power of Collaboration
05:30 The Importance of Relationships
08:06 Collaboration Through Industry Groups
14:50 Lessons from Other Trades
22:33 The Value of Authentic Empathy
24:37 Community and Competition in Construction
30:19 Adapting to New Market Trends
34:06 The Importance of Communication
34:51 Building Relationships Through Collaboration
37:29 Embracing Technology in Construction
46:46 Advice for Breaking Barriers
47:27 Rapid Fire Q&A
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About Couture & Construction: Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces.
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Welcome back to Couture & Construction! In today’s episode, host Andrew Denny explores the American College of the Building Arts (ACBA) in Charleston, SC. He is joined by Chad Urban, ACBA's CTO and adjunct professor, and Scott Moore, Texture's Vice President.
They discuss the college's unique focus on traditional building arts like blacksmithing and timber framing, its innovative curriculum, and the opportunities it offers its attendees. They also highlight the vital role ACBA plays in preserving and modernizing artisan trades, ensuring these skills remain relevant in today's world.
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Episode Timestamps:
00:52 Meet Chad Urban: From Attorney to Artisan Advocate
02:39 The Unique Appeal of ACBA
04:43 The History and Mission of ACBA
06:59 Hands-On Learning and Real-World Experience
15:55 The Curriculum: Blending Trades and Academics
18:36 Reviving Artisan Trades: Public and Private Demand
28:15 Character Development Through Hands-On Learning
29:49 Career Opportunities Post-Graduation
35:14 Student Recruitment and Media Exposure
39:32 Faculty and Administrative Structure
41:49 Rapid Fire Questions
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About Couture & Construction: Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces.
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Welcome back to Couture & Construction! In today’s episode, host Andrew Denny sits with Betsy Berry, founder and principal designer of B. Berry Interiors, in Charleston, South Carolina. Betsy shares her journey from growing up in the Lowcountry to working for one of the top design firms in New York City and eventually starting her own firm.
Andrew and Betsy discuss Southern Charm, community, and historical preservation amidst modern influences. Highlights include the balancing act of growing a business and challenges such as the impact that weather has on historic homes.
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Episode Timestamps:
01:08 Meet Betsy Berry
03:32 Betsy’s Journey into Design
03:51 Influence of Southern Roots
05:30 New York Adventures
08:24 Starting B. Berry Interiors
12:07 Defining Southern Elegance
14:10 Balancing Historical and Modern Design
21:54 Sourcing Materials in Charleston
25:43 Charleston's Expanding Design Influence
33:14 B. Berry Interiors' Unique Approach
35:08 Rapid Fire Questions
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About Couture & Construction: Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces.
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Welcome back to Couture & Construction! In this episode, host Andrew Denny sits down with Monica Lavin, the creative force behind Art of the Entry and the Lavin Label. Throughout the discussion, they explore the significance of crafting captivating entryways, from Monica's journey to starting her own design company to innovative ideas in mailbox and hardware design. Monica shares insights on using sustainable materials and creating heirloom-quality exterior accents to delight her clients and add classic curb appeal to historic neighborhoods.
Andrew and Monica also discuss the emotional impact of well-designed entrances, the role of social media in branding for small businesses, and Monica’s journey of restoring her historic home in Charleston.
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Episode Timestamps:
02:04 Monica's Journey: From Education to Design
07:39 The Birth of Art of the Entry
16:32 Design Philosophy and Inspirations
24:12 Timeless and Inviting Entryways
26:05 Travel Inspirations
27:39 The Arrival Experience
33:03 The Impact of Social Media on Small Businesses
40:11 Manufacturing Challenges and Successes
44:42 Future of Entryway Design
47:15 Rapid Fire Questions
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About Couture & Construction: Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces.
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Welcome back to the beginning of Couture & Construction's 9th Season! We are an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry.
For our fourth week back & our 125th episode of the podcast, we are so excited to have the chance to dive into the new topic of furniture upholstery. We are thrilled to have on the iconic furniture maker & upholsterer Grant Trick of Grant Trick Furnishings.
Grant teleconferences in with Andrew to discuss everything that has to get pieced together to make one of his world renowned pieces of furniture. We also get some fun insight into how Grant found his way into working with fabrics & fine-tuning his love for sewing & furniture making! Tune in to be motivated & help us continue to kick off our 9th season.
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Welcome back to the beginning of Couture & Construction's 9th Season! We are an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry.
For our third week back & our 124th episode of the podcast, we are excited to have the to travel out west to discuss design from coast to coast. We are so elated to have on brand new guest Linda Grasso of Ventura Blvd. & returning guest Katherine Nicholson of Peacock Alley!
Andrew travels to Los Angeles to sit down with Linda & Katherine to discuss all of the differences & some surprising similarities on luxury design styles from coast to coast. We also get some fascinating insight on the specific design pulse of Los Angeles & where things are trending! Tune in to be motivated & help us continue to kick off our 9th season.
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Welcome back to the beginning of Couture & Construction's 9th Season! We are an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry.
For our second week back & our 123rd episode of the podcast, we are elated to have the chance to dive into some new conversations about curating vintage pieces. We are so thrilled to have the chance to continue our season with a Joe McGuier & Megan Prime the Principals of JAM.
Joe & Megan teleconference in with Andrew to discuss everything that goes into their hand chosen vintage pieces. We also get some fascinating insight into the creation of JAM, from students to friends, to coworkers, to business owners! Tune in to be motivated & help us continue to kick off our 9th season.
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Couture & Construction's 9th Season! We are an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry.
On our first week back for our 122nd episode of the podcast, we are so excited to have on one of the most exciting & accomplished guests we've ever had. We are so thrilled to have the chance to start our season with a fashion & business icon! Joining us we have Kym Gold, the founder & creative director of Dumae.
Andrew travels to Los Angeles to sit down in the Dumae studio to discuss the transition from her early 00's iconic fashion line, True Religion, to high-end handmade ceramics. We also get some fascinating insight into the inception of True Religion! Tune in to be motivated & help us start our 9th season.
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Welcome to the final episode of Couture & Construction's 8th Season! We are an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry.
This week, for our 121st episode of the podcast, we are so excited to have on one of the most awarded guests we've ever had. We are so excited to have the chance to end our season with an iconic southern architect! Joining us we have D. Stanley Dixon, the owner & principal of D. Stanley Dixon Architect.
Andrew travels to Atlanta to sit down in Stan's office to discuss the modern interpretations of traditional southern architecture. We also get some fascinating details into what what led Stan to this point in his career & what he is beginning to think about his legacy! Tune in to be motivated & help us wrap up our 8th season.
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